Outstanding in their fields, Women to Watch are leaders, influencers, business owners, executives and mentors. They are women that others look up to and respect for their history of success and perseverance. The 2020 class of Women to Watch personifies those characteristics. They’ve been through the ups and downs of Nevada’s economic landscape and through it alll have shown … [Read more...] about 2020 Women to Watch
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Last WordWhat Challenges do you Face as a Working Parent?
Ricky D. Gourrier, Sr. President Tri-Strategies “My job requires a large amount of travel, including relocating to Carson City every other year to lobby for my clients. FaceTime helps me keep in touch and engaged with my son and wife.” Morgan Lefever Studio Director studio g ARCHITECTURE “As a working mother raising a daughter, I find it important to … [Read more...] about Last Word
Legal Aid Center of Southern NevadaPro Bono Heroes 2019
In recognition of their hard work, dedication and ongoing commitment to helping the underserved in the Southern Nevada community, the following pages recognize attorneys who have given their time. The staff and leadership at Legal Aid Center humbly thank these attorneys for ensuring access to justice is provided for people who have nowhere else to turn. Click to View in a … [Read more...] about Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Industry Focus: Attorneys
The legal profession is unique in that it touches nearly every other industry at some point. As a result, businesses have a range of opinions regarding those that practice law. For attorneys in Nevada, reputation, professionalism and client expectations are all vital issues for the industry moving forward. Recently, legal executives met at the Las Vegas office of City National … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Attorneys
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada Provides Vegas Strong Financial Toolkit for Those Affected by Oct. 1 Shooting
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada announces the creation of a second resource guide designed for victims and their families affected by the October 1 shooting tragedy. The Vegas Strong Investment & Financial Planning Toolkit offers a wealth of information from tips to avoiding financial fraud to how to choose an investment professional. Much of the information provided is … [Read more...] about Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada Provides Vegas Strong Financial Toolkit for Those Affected by Oct. 1 Shooting
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada Announces Its 17th Annual Pro Bono Awards Luncheon –Join Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada in One of This Year’s Most Anticipated Events Honoring Las Vegas’ Legal Community for Their Pro Bono Work Helping the Indigent and Underserved. —
Las Vegas, NV – Last year, 1,050 volunteer attorneys served 6,299 clients through Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada’s Pro Bono Project. This Project matches Legal Aid Center clients in need of representation for issues ranging from traumatic divorce cases involving domestic violence and child custody disputes to false allegations raised in bogus lawsuits filed against the … [Read more...] about Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada Announces Its 17th Annual Pro Bono Awards Luncheon –Join Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada in One of This Year’s Most Anticipated Events Honoring Las Vegas’ Legal Community for Their Pro Bono Work Helping the Indigent and Underserved. —
Vegas Strong Legal and Financial Aid Toolkit Now Available from Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada — Toolkit provides information and tips for those affected by Oct. 1 shooting tragedy —
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada announces the creation of the Vegas Strong Legal & Financial Toolkit for victims, survivors and families to easily access information about legal and financial topics stemming from the Route 91 Harvest Festival shooting. The range of civil topics includes which hospitals are waiving the patient’s portion of a medical bill, how to pay for … [Read more...] about Vegas Strong Legal and Financial Aid Toolkit Now Available from Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada — Toolkit provides information and tips for those affected by Oct. 1 shooting tragedy —
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada and State Bar of Nevada Join Forces to Provide Free Legal Assistance for Civil Matters to Victims, Families of Oct. 1 Tragedy
The horrific events following the mass shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Festival will leave more than just emotional scars. Many people will face a multitude of civil legal issues in the coming days, weeks and months. To help victims and their families deal with these matters, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada and the State Bar of Nevada have joined forces to provide pro bono … [Read more...] about Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada and State Bar of Nevada Join Forces to Provide Free Legal Assistance for Civil Matters to Victims, Families of Oct. 1 Tragedy
Bank of Nevada Donation Supports Legal Aid Organizations in Southern Nevada
Four Southern Nevada nonprofit organizations providing legal services to those in need will share a $9,675 donation made by Bank of Nevada. The funds will allow the agencies to continue providing legal services within the community at no cost, or at a greatly reduced fee. The benefiting organizations include Nevada Foundation for Consumer Education, Legal Aid Center of … [Read more...] about Bank of Nevada Donation Supports Legal Aid Organizations in Southern Nevada
Nevada Supreme Court Justices, U.S. District Court Judge to Participate in CLE Ethics Event
LAS VEGAS - Several of the state’s top legal minds will participate in a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) ethics discussion on Thursday, February 23, 2017, in Downtown Las Vegas. The esteemed panel will include Nevada Supreme Court Justice James W. Hardesty, Nevada Supreme Court Justice Michael Douglas, and U.S. District Court Judge for the District of Nevada, Lloyd D. … [Read more...] about Nevada Supreme Court Justices, U.S. District Court Judge to Participate in CLE Ethics Event
2016 Super Lawyers List Includes Seven Lipson Neilson Lawyers
Lipson, Neilson, Cole, Seltzer, Garin, P.C., a national law firm with offices also in Las Vegas, Phoenix and Bloomfield Hills, is proud to announce that seven attorneys from the firm have been selected to the 2016 Super Lawyers list: Jeffrey Neilson, Steven Cole, Phillip Seltzer, Mary T. Schmitt Smith, Joseph Garin, Jessica Green and Corey Richter. No more than five percent of … [Read more...] about 2016 Super Lawyers List Includes Seven Lipson Neilson Lawyers
Continuing Legal Education Event Raises $21,500 for Legal Nonprofits
A total of $21,500 was raised for several nonprofit organizations which provide legal services to those who cannot afford it. Bank of Nevada, a division of Western Alliance Bank, sponsored the Continuing Legal Education (CLE) event “Entertaining Ethics” with keynote speaker Oscar Goodman, which allowed all registration funds to be split among four charities: Nevada … [Read more...] about Continuing Legal Education Event Raises $21,500 for Legal Nonprofits
Former Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman Selected as CLE Featured Speaker
LAS VEGAS - Oscar B. Goodman will be the featured speaker at the Continuing Legal Education (CLE) event, “Entertaining Ethics,” on Tuesday, February 23, 2016. The seminar is being held at the Mob Museum in Downtown Las Vegas and will be moderated by the Honorable Rob Bare of the 8th Judicial District Court. The two-hour seminar, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., will lead into … [Read more...] about Former Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman Selected as CLE Featured Speaker
Office Summary: Fourth Quarter 2013
Southern Nevada The Las Vegas office sector ended 2013 on a somewhat positive note as it reported positive net absorption for the third consecutive quarter. While the vacancy rate remains elevated, the latest period represents a decline of 0.2 percentage points compared to the prior quarter. Compared to a year ago, the rate is down 0.3 percentage points. During the quarter, … [Read more...] about Office Summary: Fourth Quarter 2013
Industry Focus: Attorneys
The Nevada legal industry has been witness to a multitude of changes in recent years and has had the difficult job of protecting their clients in trying times. From a recession to a slow recovering economy and the integration of new technologies, attorneys in the Silver State have learned to be ready for anything. Recently, a group of Nevada attorneys met at the offices of … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Attorneys
Gordon Silver Honored as Pro Bono Firm of the Year
Gordon Silver Ltd. was selected as Southern Nevada's Pro Bono Firm of the Year. The award was part of the 13th Annual Pro Bono Awards Luncheon, put on by the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada earlier this month. The event honors community volunteers who donate time to assist low income clients with legal issues. “Gordon Silver has long been an active participant in … [Read more...] about Gordon Silver Honored as Pro Bono Firm of the Year
Business Financing: An Economic Bright Spot
The business financing picture in Nevada today is brighter than it was during the two years following the country’s great recession. Capital is available. Businesses are seeking financing, and lenders are closing loans. “Things are definitely looking up,” said Bob Francl, executive vice president and regional manager of First Independent Bank, which serves clients primarily … [Read more...] about Business Financing: An Economic Bright Spot
Pro Bono Attorneys: Changing Lives One at a Time
Mary was excited to be pregnant. She adored her young child and was thrilled at the prospect of having another. One day, she experienced a pain and went to the emergency room. Unfortunately, she miscarried. She then developed sepsis and lost both her arms and legs. Despite this tragic development, she worked on getting her strength back. Mary bonded with the nurses at the … [Read more...] about Pro Bono Attorneys: Changing Lives One at a Time